To have your nails in tip-top shape all the time, you need to maintain them by reapplying a clear top coat to your nails every other day. This will prevent your nail polish from chipping and looking dull. Follow these simple steps to get perfectly polished nails. Step 1 Remove old nail polish, swiping from the base of the nail to the tip. If the polish is a little more difficult to remove, soak a cotton ball into the polish remover and let it sit on the nail for a few moments. Step 2 File your nails by going back and forth across your nails, to create a square shaped nail. Push back your cu...

Instead of shelling out big bucks to get your manicure at the salon, why not try to do it yourself? It’s very easy, and it costs you nothing! Start off by soaking your hands in warm water for about 10 minutes. You can add relaxing oils or salt if you like. Remove your cuticles by applying a cuticle removing solution to your nails. Either push them back or remove them carefully by clipping them off. File your nails going straight, so that they can get that square french manicure shape. Apply a clear coat to your nails to make them stronger. To help you get that perfect french manicure, ap...

A lot of us don’t pay attention to our toes and feet, but it’s very important that we take good care of them, especially during the summer. Plus, there is nothing more relaxing than unwinding on a lazy day and giving yourself the ultimate pedicure. Start off by filling up a little basin or even the tub. Add some bath salts and some essential oils such as rosemary which will soften your feet. Soak your feet for about 15 minutes. Clean and clip your toenails. Get an emery file and file around the rough edges until you get a straight, smooth line. Use a cuticle remover to rub it in to...

This winter, nail polish is making a bold statement: the darker, the better. Sure, we all know that darker shades can be tricky to wear as well as to apply, but everyone can splurge once in a while. In this season, are hot metallics such as silver, purple and red. They look super sexy and give you a little bit of edge. Make sure your nails are short and clean. These colors look best on shorter nails. ...